Peter Whitelaw
About Peter Whitelaw
Peter Whitelaw is a Supply Chain Business Analyst with extensive experience in finance and accounting, currently working at Asahi Beverages and General Mills.
Current Roles and Employment
Peter Whitelaw holds multiple positions at Asahi Beverages, including Senior Finance Analyst - Systems and Finance Manager roles focusing on Financial Planning & Analysis, Finance Transformation, and Projects in South Melbourne. He is also engaged as a Group Finance Transformation - Finance Manager - Projects and Finance Manager - Integration. In addition to his roles at Asahi Beverages, he is a volunteer worker at Sacred Heart Mission / Marriot Industries in St Kilda and a Supply Chain Business Analyst at General Mills.
Sabbatical Break
Since July 2021, Peter Whitelaw has been on a sabbatical. This period has likely provided him time for personal development and exploration of new interests, while also maintaining his various professional roles at Asahi Beverages and his volunteer work.
Past Work Experience
Peter Whitelaw has a diverse work history. He spent eight years as Financial Controller - Original Equipment - Electronics at Robert Bosch GmbH in Clayton. He also served as Finance Manager - Projects at General Mills in Madagascar for three years and held multiple positions at General Mills, including SAP Master Data Champion and Manufacturing Accounting Manager - Chilled in Mount Waverley. His early career includes roles as Technical Accountant and Internal Audit Manager / Senior at Phillips Communications Systems and Phillips Industries Holdings, respectively.
Education and Qualifications
Peter Whitelaw studied Accounting at Chisholm Institute (now Monash University), where he achieved a Bachelor of Business degree from 1977 to 1980. He further specialized by obtaining a Graduate Diploma in Business Technology from the same institution. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in finance and project management.
Specializations and Skills
Peter Whitelaw has extensive experience in SAP Master Data and Process Development. He specializes in KPI Evolution and Business/Product Strategy. His strong background in Project and Financial Management underpins his diverse roles in various industries, from finance and accounting to supply chain analysis.